Processing Operator 2nd Shift

Campbell's•Downers Grove, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Processing Operator supports Line 2 Packaging by providing break, lunch, and day-off coverage across positions including Bake Shop Helper, Slicer Feeder, and Bagger Operator/Caser. The role operates and adjusts packaging equipment, monitors product and packaging quality, supports food safety and traceability, and rotates among responsibilities as production needs change. It requires flexibility, sound judgment, clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position is based in Downers Grove, Illinois, and is on second shift, which generally starts as early as 2:45 PM and continues until finish. Start times and hours may vary with production schedules, holidays, and staffing needs. Overtime, weekend work, and earlier start times may be required to support operations. Strong attendance and punctuality are essential. Employees must remain in the position for at least one year and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period. The operator works closely with Line 2 Packaging team members, production supervision, and other plant employees to maintain continuous production and coordinate coverage. Competitive health, dental, 401(k), and wellness benefits are offered beginning on the first day of employment. Individual base pay depends on work location and factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training; total pay may include other compensation.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to learn and safely perform multiple Line 2 Packaging functions.
Strong decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exercise good judgment, resolve issues quickly when appropriate, and escalate concerns to supervision.
Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision and contribute effectively in a team environment.
Ability to follow HACCP, CTS, SOP, Safety, GMP, and JSA procedures and standards.
Awareness of food safety requirements, including contamination prevention, allergen control, formula and label control, and lot-code traceability.
Ability to work effectively in a changing, fast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods and regularly walk, stoop, climb, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands, fingers, and arms to handle materials and equipment.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push or pull heavy loads on wheeled dollies.
Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment, vibration, forklift traffic, wet conditions, fumes or airborne particles, temperature extremes, and high industrial noise levels.
Ability and willingness to properly use required PPE, which may include safety glasses, shields, gloves, hearing protection, respirators, and approved footwear.
Flexibility to work overtime and earlier start times when operationally necessary.
Strong attendance and punctuality; willingness to remain in the position for a minimum of one year and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a food manufacturing, bakery, packaging, or high-speed production environment.
Experience operating packaging, bagging, slicing, wrapping, or case-packing equipment.
Familiarity with HACCP, GMP, 5S, allergen controls, metal detection, lot traceability, and food-quality documentation.
Previous experience performing multiple production-line functions or providing break/lunch relief coverage.

Responsibilities

Provide break, lunch, and day-off coverage for Line 2 Packaging positions, including Bake Shop Helper, Slicer Feeder, and Bagger Operator/Caser.
Follow the established break and lunch schedule and communicate schedule changes with the supervisor.
Operate and make necessary adjustments to Bagger, Kwiklok, Wrapper, and Slicer equipment.
Feed bread into slicers at approximately 55 loaves per minute.
Monitor the Hartman slicer and Wrapper infeed, identify jams, and address issues safely according to established procedures.
Case finished products into baskets or cases while maintaining required line speed.
Monitor bread size, weight, quality, and slice count, and promptly report variances to supervision.
Inspect packaging and finished products for quality, including bag clarity, wrapping, bagging, and applicable product codes.
Perform required checks at the main metal detector and accurately document results.
Monitor, record, and maintain established product quality standards.
Follow the code board, formula specifications, label requirements, and lot-code traceability procedures.
Rack and unrack bread as needed.
Complete daily communication boards and promptly communicate production, quality, food safety, or equipment concerns to supervision.
Maintain assigned work areas according to 5S cleanliness, housekeeping, and organizational standards.
Comply with HACCP, CTS, SOP, Safety, GMP, and JSA requirements, including contamination prevention, allergen control, formula control, and product traceability.
Assist other Line 2 positions as production and operational needs require.
Use required personal protective equipment and follow plant safety procedures and initiatives.
Work overtime and/or an earlier start time when necessary to support operational needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.